Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Drylining, Facades and Screeding Contractor
Full End to End Commercial Management
Permanent: Up to £90,000 + Package
Location: Waltham Abbey We are currently searching for a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a well established and busy contractor. They specialise in delivering high quality Drylining, Façade and Screeding packages and operate primality in the Residential Market.
As Senior Quantity Surveyor you will be commercially responsible for contracts from tender enquiry through to final accounts. You will report directly to the commercial director and oversee several projects of various values.

The Role:

Take full commercial responsibility for multiple Drylining, Façade, and Screeding projects from tender stage through to final account settlement.
Manage project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, cash flow, and monthly CVRs to ensure profitability targets are achieved.
Prepare, submit, and negotiate valuations, variations, applications for payment, and final accounts.
Procure subcontractors, materials, and specialist suppliers, ensuring best value and effective contract management.
Identify and manage commercial risks, contractual issues, and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
Provide commercial support and guidance to operational teams while mentoring junior members of the commercial department.
Report directly to the Commercial Director, providing regular updates on project performance, financial position, and commercial strategy. Required:

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the Drylining, Façade, Screeding, Interiors, or wider subcontracting sector.
Strong understanding of commercial management, cost control, procurement, contract administration, and final account negotiation.
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously within the residential construction market.
Excellent knowledge of construction contracts, including JCT forms of contract and subcontract agreements.
Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, suppliers, and project teams.
Highly organised with strong analytical and financial management capabilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial management software.
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related construction discipline (or equivalent industry experience). To apply for this role please send your CV through the portal or get in contact with Sam Marsden at Lonsite directly